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Invest in Husqvarna equipment to counter wildfires

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) reports that the increasing urbanisation of South Africa’s rapidly growing population is a significant factor impacting the risk of wildfires.

The importance of livestock for sustainable agriculture

While conservationists often say that livestock are detrimental to the environment, research has shown that regenerative agriculture really only succeeds when livestock are utilised.

‘South Africa is making strides against illegal seed practices’

South Africa has made several important strides against illegal seed practices since the signing of an MoU by the International Seed Federation in the Netherlands a year ago.

Snail and slug damage forces Overberg farmers to replant

Many farmers in the Overberg have been forced to replant their crops after they were destroyed by slugs and snails. Slugs and snails are proving to be formidable adversaries to Overberg grain producers this season.

Agri students and principals raise frustrations with Steenhuisen

Agriculture Minister John Steenhuisen met with student leaders and principals from 11 of the agricultural training institutes to address challenges in funding, infrastructure, and training. The meeting was held at Elsenburg Agricultural College in Stellenbosch during Youth Month.

Pangolins, coral reefs, and the Big Five: a unique Zululand safari

Set in the Munywana Conservancy in the Zululand region of northern KwaZulu-Natal, &Beyond Phinda Private Game Reserve is renowned for exceptional safari experiences and fascinating wildlife.

Unexplained giraffe deaths spark concern across Namibia

Veterinarians and farmers in Namibia are grappling with a troubling surge in giraffe deaths that have occurred over a large part of the country north of Windhoek. The cause remains undetermined, but experts suspect an insect-borne viral disease.

Getting started with dry beans

Dry beans are highly water efficient, making them an ideal crop for drier production areas. They are advantageous in crop rotation systems, helping to reduce input costs and manage risk.

A judicial duel in the name of ‘just and equitable compensation’

In the Moloto case, the Land Court had to consider factors like market value and the current use of the property on which a land claim had been lodged.

Wine and wild dogs in the Waterberg

The Waterberg is home to one of SA’s last free-roaming African wild dog populations. Lindani Game Reserve hosts a weekend to aid an NPO working to protect them.

R100 million Land Bank investment set to boost growth in SA’s agriculture sector

Land Bank has invested R100 million in the newly launched Inclusive Justice Institute, a transformative initiative aimed at the development of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs).

Preparing your garden for winter

As the temperature drops and plant growth slows down, preparing your garden for winter is essential to protect your plants and ensure a strong start in spring. From mulching and pruning to covering frost-sensitive species, a few simple steps can make all the difference.